Description
Turning Point Hustler Propeller | Boat Supply Store
Boaters seeking to elevate their vessel's top-end velocity and overall operational efficiency will find the Turning Point Hustler LE1/LE2-1315 propeller a superior choice. Engineered with proprietary Squeeze Casting technology, this 3-blade aluminum propeller delivers exceptional strength and stiffness, rivaling stainless steel options at a significantly lower cost. Its aggressive blade geometry, featuring a 13.75" diameter and 15" pitch, combined with enhanced exhaust flow, directly translates to increased horsepower utilization and improved handling across a wide range of applications from shallow flats fishing on Lake Conroe to open water cruising on the Gulf Coast.
Key Features
- Maximize top-end speed and overall performance
- Achieve stainless steel performance at an aluminum price point
- Benefit from superior strength and stiffness via Squeeze Casting
- Experience enhanced speed and efficiency with unique blade geometry
- Ensure durability and corrosion resistance with Ultracoat™ powder coating
- Gain increased horsepower due to large, free-flowing exhaust ports
- Improve handling and hole shot characteristics
- Optimize top-end speed and bow lift with a 3-blade design
Specifications
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Turning Point Propellers |
| Model | Hustler LE1/LE2-1315 |
| Hand | Right Hand |
| Blade Count | 3-Blade |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Diameter | 13.75" |
| Pitch | 15" |
| Engine HP Range | 6-300+hp |
| Compatible Engines | Evinrude, Force, Honda, Johnson, Mariner, Mercruiser, Mercury, Nissan, OMC, Parsun, Suzuki, Tohatsu, Volvo Penta, Yamaha Outboards and Sterndrives |
| Hub Kit Requirement | Requires MasterGuard Installation Kit (sold separately) |
Who This Is For
Boaters aiming to significantly boost their vessel's top-end speed and overall performance will appreciate this propeller's capabilities. Individuals seeking a durable, high-performing aluminum option that challenges stainless steel in many metrics, while also enhancing fuel efficiency and handling across diverse engine platforms, will find this an optimal upgrade.
How It Compares
| Feature | Turning Point Hustler Propeller | Quicksilver Aluminum Propeller 48 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing Process | Squeeze Casting | Die-Cast |
| Blade Stiffness | High (due to Squeeze Casting) | Typically less capable |
| Corrosion Protection | Ultracoat™ Powder Coating | Paint/Coating |
| Exhaust Flow Area | 40% more than competitive product | Typically less capable |
Common Concerns Answered
Is a hub kit included with this propeller?
No, a separate Turning Point MasterGuard Installation Kit is required for proper fitment and is sold separately. This ensures precise compatibility with your specific outboard or sterndrive engine model.
Is the propeller difficult to install?
Installation is rated 2/5, requiring basic mechanical skill. The primary consideration is correctly selecting the MasterGuard Installation Kit for your engine; once that is determined, the process of replacing the propeller is straightforward.
How does this propeller compare to stainless steel options?
The Turning Point Hustler propeller is engineered to deliver stainless steel-like performance, including enhanced strength and stiffness, through its proprietary Squeeze Casting technology, offering a significant advantage at an aluminum propeller price point.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary advantage of the Turning Point Hustler propeller over other aluminum propellers?
The primary advantage lies in its proprietary Squeeze Casting manufacturing process, which imparts superior strength and stiffness compared to standard die-cast aluminum propellers, allowing for more aggressive blade designs and higher performance.
Is the Turning Point Hustler propeller suitable for pontoon boats?
While designed for a broad range of applications including maximizing top-end speed, its ability to improve hole shot and handling makes it a viable option for pontoon boats that require better performance and planing.
What engine horsepower range is the Turning Point Hustler LE1/LE2-1315 designed for?
This propeller is engineered for a wide horsepower range, suitable for engines from 6hp up to 300+hp, making it a versatile option for numerous boat configurations.
Does the Turning Point Hustler propeller offer improved fuel efficiency?
By optimizing blade geometry, increasing horsepower utilization through enhanced exhaust flow, and improving overall handling, the propeller can contribute to better fuel efficiency when operated optimally across its intended speed range.
What is Squeeze Casting technology and how does it benefit this propeller?
Squeeze Casting is a metal forming process that uses high pressure to cast aluminum, resulting in a denser, stronger, and more uniform microstructure. This benefits the propeller by significantly increasing its stiffness and durability, allowing for thinner blade cross-sections and more precise designs.
